Archaeological Technician II

Troy University; Troy (MI); Presencial; USD 20.664 - 34.440; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A university in Michigan is looking for an Archaeological Technician II to work in their Archaeological Research Center laboratory. Responsibilities include curating and processing archaeological collections, maintaining an inventory of all items, and ensuring compliance with federal guidelines pertaining to Native American artifacts. Applicants must have a high school diploma, have completed ANT 2200, and be a current junior or senior student at Troy University. The position may involve physical demands, including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of ANT 2200 course is necessary.
• Must be a current student at Troy University.
• Must be classified as a Junior or Senior.

Responsabilidades

• Work with archaeological collections in the lab.
• Process newly acquired collections for curation.
• Stabilize existing collections and maintain inventory.
• Transfer artifacts into compliance with curation standards.
• Assist faculty with compliance to federal guidelines.

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of course ANT 2200

Current Troy University Student

Junior or Senior classification

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

The Archaeological Technician II position is responsible for working with archaeological collections in the Troy University Archaeological Research Center laboratory. The curation tasks involve processing any newly acquired collections for curation, stabilizing existing collections, and maintaining an up-to-date inventory of all the collections. Primary duties include transferring artifacts into new bags and boxes that meet the curation standard. This position will also assist the anthropology faculty in ensuring that our collections meet federal guidelines related to the Native American Graves Repatriation and Protection Act (NAGPRA). Additionally, this position will have research opportunities with the Archaeology faculty.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have completed the course ANT 2200
• Current Troy University Student
• Junior or Senior classification

Work Hours

To be determined

Hazardous Conditions or Physical Demands

Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

EEO Statement

- Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. - Troy University is an Equal Employment Opportunity and **Affirmative Action** employer. - Troy University participates in eVerify.